What size baby mattresses are there? It completely depends on the bed your little one will be sleeping on — but the great news is that baby bed mattresses come in all different shapes and sizes to suit. Moses basket mattress — generally around 28cm x 75cm, but can be slightly larger or smaller to fit individual brands, or custom made Travel cot mattress — 65cm x 95cm Small cot mattress — 54cm x 90cm Cot mattress — 60cm x cm Cot bed mattress — 70cm x cm Why can't I buy a second-hand baby mattress?

The danger with a secondhand mattress is that it can lose its shape and may contain hidden bacteria and dust mites. It will also probably be less comfortable. Safe sleep rules for newborns and babies under 6 months Types of baby mattresses: Generally, cot mattresses are firm, to provide support for your baby, but they can be made from a variety of fillings — just like adult mattresses.

Many are made from nursery grade foam, but they can also be made from natural fillings such as coconut fibres, wool, and bamboo.

Pocket spring mattresses — which have small springs, each encased in its own fabric covering — are generally more expensive. What type of baby mattress is safe?

Jenton7 Hi there, the mattress that comes with the Travis cot bed is one of our softest mattresses yet still offers full support to your baby. A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night, applies payable directly at time of booking. Danny argos Is it a foam or spring mattress From:

In the UK, baby mattresses and cot mattresses must meet two British Standards for safety. These are BS So look for the tag detailing the safety standards of your chosen mattress. When do I flip or replace a baby mattress?

But remember, they do need replacing for each new baby that comes along, to reduce the risk of SIDS. Some cot mattresses have two different sides that vary in firmness that can be swapped as your little one grows — it is best to check the instructions on your individual mattress to find out when to flip it. Why not try numbering the corners so you can remember which way you last rotated it? What kind of bedding can I use? To make sure you're arranging your baby's bedding as safely as possible, you can either: Use highly-fitted sheets and blankets, firmly tucked in — not above shoulder height.

And place your baby with his feet at the foot of his bed so he can't wriggle down and get the sheets over his head See the best baby mattresses and cot mattresses on the market… 1.

Mixture of springs and memory foam filling Type: Cot mattress or cot bed mattress Size: Waterproof layer, foam layer, pocket springs Age suitable for: It has pocket springs for support, which are then covered in a luxury foam and a waterproof layer, plus the removable cover has been designed to be ultra breathable and machine washable at 60C, so no need to worry about any nappy leaks or milk spills!